Handbook of Blockchain in Public Governance (Elgar Handbooks in Public Administration and Management) - Hardcover

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This Handbook connects blockchain innovation with the discipline and practice of public governance. Drawing on the expertise and perspectives of diverse academic communities and practitioners, it provides insights on managing, utilizing, regulating, and governing blockchain in this context.

Bridging the gap between theory and practice, chapters explore whether blockchain can truly transform public governance and under what conditions its adoption can be successful. It examines blockchain’s potential to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in areas such as public finance, healthcare, education, identity management, and regulatory compliance. Contributors analyze both the opportunities and challenges of integrating blockchain into governance structures, addressing key managerial, regulatory, and technical considerations. Through real-world case studies, chapters investigate the specific institutional, technological, and organizational conditions required for meaningful impact. They detail a roadmap for leveraging blockchain effectively in public governance, ultimately helping decision-makers to navigate its complexities and maximize its potential.

Multidisciplinary in scope, this Handbook is a crucial resource for scholars and students of public policy, innovation and technology, and governance. It is also a beneficial read for policymakers and practitioners in public administration and management for its discussion of the pressing policy challenges associated with the use of blockchain in the public sector.

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